MixWave Aaron Sterling v1.0

Timeless drum tones from a modern session legend.

Overview

Aaron Sterling’s playing has defined the sound of modern records for over two decades, from John Mayer and Taylor Swift to Harry Styles and Leonard Cohen. Revered for his understated feel and ability to serve the song above all else, Sterling is one of the most recorded drummers of his generation.

This library captures that unmistakable character: low-tuned, vibey drums with depth, warmth, and detail, meticulously sampled to bring his signature sound into your productions. Every strike, every nuance, every ounce of character has been preserved to deliver an instrument that feels alive, expressive, and unmistakably Sterling.

Mix ready drums

Crafted around Aaron’s eclectic selection of vintage and boutique drums, featuring 3 kicks, 3 snares, and 2 sets of toms, paired with a shimmering collection of handpicked Istanbul Agop cymbals, all sampled by Aaron Sterling.

Total control

Shape your sound with a fully featured, mixer-style interface. Go from unprocessed raw samples to mix-ready drums with a single click.

Add depth with pre-mixed reverbs, or sculpt further using built-in master channel effects including compressor, EQ, and tape saturation.

Built for flexibility

Adaptable to any workflow: customize MIDI mapping, fine-tune velocity response, and personalize every detail to match your playing style. Whether programmed or performed live, the instrument responds musically, unlocking the expressive, understated feel Sterling is known for.